In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap:

The lecturer said that we .... be able to finish the next chapter this evening

  • A must
  • B can
  • C shall
  • D should
jamb 1990english-language

The correct answer is D. should

The word "should" is the most appropriate choice in this context.

It indicates an expectation or recommendation that the speaker and the others will be able to finish the next chapter this evening based on what the lecturer said.

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